Letters from Andrew Curtin to Eli Slifer, 1860-63

Governor Andrew Curtin writes eleven letters to Eli Slifer in which he offers him the position as Secretary of the Commonwealth, describes his preference for David Wilmot as Senator, recommends Wallace Kerr for the vacant clerkship in Slifer's office, notes problems with General Biddle's overcoats, as well as discusses other political issues. Transcripts included.